Évariste Carpentier
1845–1922 (age 77)
Biography
Évariste Carpentier, born in 1845, became known for his luminous canvases that traced the fleeting moods of nature and the strength of everyday people. He blended attention to detail with a painterly liberty that brought Belgian scenes to life for broad audiences.
An inspiring teacher as well as a dedicated artist, he shaped a generation of painters while remaining deeply rooted in his own search for warmth and sincerity, now honored by friends and admirers at Robermont Cemetery.